Sage 50cloud Accounting

Pros

Ease of use
Intuitive
Great reporting suite
Integrates easily into other applications
Gives visibility into financial health and growth plans easily to allow us to focus on core business activities

Cons

Need add-on's for customer management
Need add-on's to get ready made dashboards and set kpi's

Pros

It's so clear to review entered transactions & run any kind of report you like.

Cons

Some of the third party software plugins do not work so well as they do with other softwares.

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Pros

The functionality, the ability to customize the reports is a definite asset. Its very user friendly.

Cons

The cost is a bit high, and some different features would be nice without having to add on expensive modules.

Pros

It is easy to use. I can get all accounts related information for the business in one place. Multiple user can be set up to use Sage.

Cons

It takes more time to generate remittance advice. Therefore, other works at the end of the month gets delayed. I would be more happier if I could generate remittances quicker.

Pros

Simplicity and ease of use for new businesses and small businesses

Cons

Scalability to move on with additional features

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Reasons for Choosing Sage 50cloud Accounting

Switched From

Reasons for Switching to Sage 50cloud Accounting

Pros

Easy to use and very great interface for new users.

Cons

Might need some prior knowledge or short training.

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Reasons for Switching to Sage 50cloud Accounting

Pros

The ease of accessing my data remotely made doing my day to day task simple and effective

Cons

The cost can get expensive when the team grows

Pros

Simple to use, flexible with ODBC connection possible.

Cons

Not actually cloud based, connection to server can be slow.

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Reasons for Switching to Sage 50cloud Accounting

Pros

Very simple and easy to use software for accounting.

Cons

its a very basic accounting software, not much else. If your just using for accounting its great, but if you need things like estimation, tracking, PO's etc choose something else.

Pros

the simplicity to use, and also the customer support whenever there was a question

Cons

some things were a little hard to customise, but this didnt cause us any major issues at all

Pros

It now does most, if not all of the things expected from online software for bookkeeping and accounts.

Cons

The feel is still old fashioned, not very intuitive, though for people coming from desktop Sage this should not be a problem. Still not many apps link with Sage, compared to e.g. Xero

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Reasons for Switching to Sage 50cloud Accounting

Pros

It is comprehensive, covering all aspects of daily bookkeeping, invoicing, sales ledger and payables managing, bank reconciliation, all the way upto trial balance report in one software. You don't really need to keep other records or reconciliation. This is especially useful and efficient.

Cons

It is relatively expensive, especially for small business if they only use certain features or functions of the software but not all of them, however still have to pay for the whole package. That said, it is very good for a growing company, as when you need to use certain more advance features or functions, they are ready at hand.

Pros

Easy to use, Logical in the way it works, Great reports and brilliant support.

Cons

I cant think of anything that would make me use another software

Pros

The aesthetics of it and how easy it is to move form one company to another as it was taught in university - has the familiarities of the software

Cons

It's quite expensive for some small business like ourselves - but can be cheaper

Pros

The pro of Sage is customization. You have the ability to customize everything you do which is good, but it can push the rules of accounting if you are not careful. I liked the ease of customization when it came to payroll.

Cons

There were a lot of cons for Sage especially when it came to becoming a larger company. The manual process of all actions were very time consuming. Our cloud operations also never worked and their support team was unable to help us.

Pros

This system is easy to learn and use, with additional options to learn more

Cons

Sometimes the system can be a little slow on processing changes

Pros

I enjoy using sage 50cloud because of its very easy to use interface. For accounting, you can perform all basic tasks to enable you prepare a financial report.Also it is built in such a way that there is some form of control to the activities users can perform simultaneously on the application.I recommend it 100%.

Cons

The interface does not have a friendly look so if you are not familiar with it, you may believe it won't be easy to use.

Pros

Sage 50cloud Accounting is critical to our Company. We selected Sage because of how easy it was to navigate through the site, the reports we could get from it, having the Customer Service Support and having the Webinars to all fall back on if required. I have availed of quite a few of these and they have been so beneficial to me. Having the telephone support is also advantageous and the security of knowing the customer service consultant will stay on the phone with you until your query is resolved.

Cons

The thing I like least about Sage is probably Report Designer. This I think is partially my own fault as I need to maybe learn more about the intricacies of it. A webinar is probably in my near future for this.

Pros

I would say sage50 it's a very easy to use and easy to work with accounting solution for small business who doesn’t need so much overhead when it comes to keeping their books good and nice.

Cons

It's a good tool for small businesses and there's little to nothing not to like about it.

Pros

Comprehensive accounting features: Sage 50cloud Accounting provides a range of accounting features, including invoicing, financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management. This makes it a complete accounting solution for small and medium-sized businesses.Cloud-based accessibility: Sage 50cloud Accounting is a cloud-based solution, which means that businesses can access their accounting data from anywhere, at any time. This allows for more flexibility and collaboration within the organization.Easy-to-use interface: Sage 50cloud Accounting has a user-friendly interface that is easy to navigate, even for those with little accounting experience. The software also includes tutorials and guides to help users get started.

Cons

Cost: Sage 50cloud Accounting can be expensive, especially for smaller businesses. The cost may be prohibitive for businesses that are just starting out or have limited budgets.Limited customization: While Sage 50cloud Accounting offers some customization options, it may not be as customizable as other accounting software. This may limit some businesses' ability to tailor the software to their specific needs.Steep learning curve: Sage 50cloud Accounting can be complex, and there may be a learning curve for users who are not familiar with accounting software. The software includes tutorials and guides, but it may take some time to become proficient.Limited support: Some users have reported difficulty getting support from Sage, especially for technical issues. This can be frustrating for users who need assistance with the software.

Pros

The product is very easy and straightforward to use and meets all our business needs.

Cons

The overall visual look of the software changed several years ago, with the headers etc. changed to a basic grey colour. I personally found this extremely difficult on my eyes, especially when working on the software for several hours a day. This was definitely not an improvement in my opinion.

Pros

The desktop is easy to navigate. The personalisation of invoices and reports allows you to put your own stamp on the produc.

Cons

Sage has a tendenc=y to get 'clogged' up at times and can freeze which irritating.

Pros

The software on paper looks impressive, there are many features within Sage that assist the smooth running of the financial side of the business. The ability to run multiple accounts and currencies is ideal for companies that trade internationally. The bank reconcile is straight forward and effective. The reporting options are comprehensive and can be configured to suit the needs of your business.

Cons

What really lets this software down is the implementation. We moved to cloud software to support more remote working and it has been an absolute nightmare. We have had daily issues. Data is continuously 'out of sync' which throws users off the system. We have found that we have lost data which for accounting is just unacceptable and not sustainable. We have lost quotes, invoices, bank reconciliations. Having to get staff to check their data entry and repeat work just defeats the point of having the software and undermines the principles of any book-keeping system.

Pros

Sage 50 is extremely easy to use and capable of adapting to most small to medium size business needs. Because Sage 50 has evolved there are also many partners available to help create custom reports, or extend the core functionality of Sage 50.

Cons

Unfortunately, Sage 50 doesn't allow a lot of customization to workflows, data collection, etc. It also does not collect some key data that is imperative to doing business in today's age, such as Phone Numbers and Email Addresses when creating Quotes, Orders, and Purchases. This is critical data when working with customers. Sage 50 also limits the number of contacts associated with Customers and Vendors to 20? This isn't enough, and, why limit it?Lastly, Sage 50 offers a low Database Size before it becomes sluggish and somewhat unusable, forcing data purging.

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Pros

Better than chiseling on a stone tablet, though less reliable.

Cons

Oh so many things:
Database is SLOW
No user workflows, cannot require approvals, checks, releases, etc.
No ability to limit access to fields, or to require approvals on data entry
Fields are not updatable in table views and require opening a screen for each item to update.
Finding information in Sage is difficult, must search through multiple screens, reports, or excel spreadsheets to find date
Order data exists in many separate views (SO, PO, WO, Invoice) without a single summary view of status.
Sage50 items do not link – a line on a PO, SO, Quote, etc cannot be clicked to bring up the item card. The ID must be memorized and typed into another window, wasting valuable time
Data import/export from/to Sage50 is time consuming and error prone
Document templates are stored locally and must be manually updated per machine on change.
One time use items or BOMs have to be added to part master to never be removed which clutters system, or have to be entered as a description items which severely limits usability.
Cannot open multiple records when reviewing order history (or item cards, POs, Invoices, etc). Can only have one window for each type open at a time.
No system discount levels
Difficult to determine lead times for an assembly, have to start a pseudo work ticket and still can only determine current part availability that doesn't show when on order parts will arrive
Sage can assign a user to a quote, but has no notifications to tell that user when the quote gets converted, updated, etc
No material traceability, or lot tracking
Routings do not exist – cannot track inventory moves from receipt to, inventory, picking, assembly, QA, etc
Sage50 cannot record who received, assembled, tested, shipped, etc
Cannot attach records or files to built items (final inspection reports, pictures, etc)
Purchase planning is almost non-existent.
Parts cannot undergo true revision.
Changing the item ID results in changing entire system history
Rev changes require creation of new ID and BOM update
BOM changes are labor intensive
BOM changes must occur individually and manually each time a part undergoes revision
Variances are not allowed
Cannot swap parts or revisions for a variance BOM, a complete new BOM must be created and all traveler paperwork reprinted
When moving to a new revision, the old revision must remain in the BOM until consumed which results in Sage reporting the need to purchase the old revision instead of the new revision.
Revision changeover must be manually watched and switched at point of consumption
Sage has a field for “Preferred Vendor ID”, but no additional approved suppliers
Single currency only
Sage50 has updates that come out every year, but they only support the previous years version for another 6 months so you're forced into an upgrade if want any semblance of support (though it doesn't really count as support most of the time).

Pros

Very good Accounting Software at the time of purchase, Not so any longer.

Cons

Peachtree has taken it upon themselves to deactivate perpetual licenses that I have purchased, meaning I have versions 2009, 2011, 2013, 2020 that I use for several different clients. I can no longer use these on my different computer or reactivate them on a new machine. They are trying to force me to upgrade to their cloud accounting system and I do not want my clients information on anyone's cloud. This is the primary reason I purchased Sage accounting to keep data on my own computers. Sage does not have the right to force me to keep my accounting records on a cloud not do they have the right to cancel my perpetual licenses. This action by Sage is nothing less than dishonest and is cheating the customers that the say they value. I have been using Peachtree accounting since their very first version in the early 1990s. now I have to find or write a software to fill my needs.

Pros

I like the structured way the system is set up, and that it makes it very easy for seasoned accountants to work with the "nitty-gritty".

Cons

I am not sure I would say there is anything I don't like, perhaps the one thing I find a bit complicated is the import function.

Pros

Simplicity and basic everything transitions smoothly

Cons

The training and experts available to learn more about connecting more applications

Pros

When I used Sage, I liked the line by line transaction flow.

Cons

I felt like the program, at times, could be quite outdated.

Pros

The day to day use of this accounting system is quite easy.

Cons

Since 2017 the cost has risen approximately 130%. Rather alot of money for a small business.

Pros

If you are used to Sage is very easy to use and setup. It includes a lot of helpful features and great reporting features. Support is great.

Cons

Sometimes the loading speed is just awful (my internet connection is very fast, do not blame my side), slow loading. UI can be upgraded a little, but this is not a deal breaker.

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Switched From

Pros

Ease of use. Unlimited number of products, customers and vendors you can have.

Cons

There is a limited number of characters you can enter into shipping and billing addresses

Pros

The good part is the reporting and the price

Cons

The bad part is that we cannot open the detailed report after two years

Pros

Working with Sage is not hard at all, is was build to be intuitive and easy to sue. After connecting it with the bank account reconciliation works great and is very fast to do. Downloading the reports from Sage is easy they are very informative and complete.

Cons

Slow loading problems are very frequent.

Pros

That can share with colleagues and work remotely at home

Cons

Nothing completely happy with this product never let me down

Pros

basic appearance of the program, simple and clear accounting program

Cons

Difficult contact with customer service, It's difficult to contact by phone

Pros

I love how in-depth the data/ reporting is, whilst still being so user friendly. It is such a great tool for everyone at every level in the accounts department. I also love how good the support is, there are so many different ways to contact them for their expert advice.

Cons

I don't have any negatives, Sage keep on top of things, offer upgrades/ updates when needed and also keep everyone in the loop if there is new legislation/ information coming out, all free of charge.

Pros

Functionality, ease of use, annual licence fees are not expensive, customer service/assistance is great.

Cons

You need to be extremely accurate in your loading of data, if batched and incorrect, you cannot go back and make any changes, you would need to do additional admin on new batches to rectify.

Pros

I love Sage 50cloud Accounting because its on the cloud and we can access it anywhere. We are a small business and it provides all the functionality we need to carry out our accounting needs.

Cons

There is nothing I dislike about Sage 50cloud Accounting

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Reasons for Switching to Sage 50cloud Accounting

Pros

Sage makes it incredibly easy to set up new customers, new vendors, and new products. In as little as 5 min I can have a new product set up, have a new customer set up, and have a quote emailed over to them with an estimated cost.

Cons

The only area we struggle on is breaking an items case down. We may purchase a case of an item and sell individually. We had to create our own SOP on how this works in Sage so other people would not mess it up in the system. Once you understand it, it no longer is an issue. Every time someone new is working in the system we have to review all items they set up to ensure they dont make the typical mistakes.

Pros

It allows me to upload a file where i have done a classification of transactions

Cons

Nothing comes to mind as it met all my needs

Pros

Despite our size, Sage really professionalises our finance. So easy to keep track of how we’re doing, cash flow, P&L at the touch of a button and Balance sheet. Couldn’t do without it.

Cons

As a non finance person (but with a good level of knowledge) I find it difficult to understand the ‘how to’ articles from Sage when I need help.

Pros

The software is pretty easy and intuitive and would be good if it worked, but it fundamentally does not work. Not like it doesn't work for us, it just doesn't work and they can't tell us why. By not work, I mean scenarios like you enter a purchase invoice for inventory and the inventory number doesn't go up by the amount you bought and then the program adjusts starting inventory values (from 15 years ago) on the fly.

Cons

It is not remote capable like it says. Our files get corrupted constantly and they blame it on the cloud computing. We have corruptions that no one at sage knows how to fix and they don't continue to fix it. They have no problem leaving a small business dangling and had the audacity to refer us to a third party. They don't have any recommendations or help on how to avoid corruptions. They don't have any utilities to help fix the corruptions we have. Their solution is to usually restore from a backup, but they don't have anyway to download and re-upload transactions from the period between the backup and current so you have to print off all your old transactions and then re-enter them. In the cases where they do manage to fix a corrupted file, they charge you for that "privilege". The software also doesn't necessarily keep debits and credits in balance. They're posted solution for this are some custom admin transactions to force balance, rather than find the source of their own non-double entry errors. If for example the accounts receivable ledger doesn't match the sum of the customer sub-ledgers, they don't have a way to see what their program got wrong, they tell you to do an adjusting force balance entry. Same goes for inventory and accounts payable. It may be related to our unsolvable data corruption issues, but again, they don't have a solution for the underlying missed transaction - they say to ignore it and force the books to balance.

Pros

Sage50 is still one of the best accoutning products on the market

Cons

This is not great for cloud functionallity, too many drop outs or data issues with the connections

Pros

The user interface is fairly well laid out with good online documentation when there is a problem.

Cons

It is not strictly a cloud service and requires regular software updates which can be problematic when there are multiple users is the business. We used an RDS machine with multiple users logging in to overcome this. However, this does make it expensive.

Pros

Written for Accountants, but, not over complex to use.

Cons

Expense, but, you do get helplines which are super.

Pros

Easy to learn and easy to use as an out of the box system

Cons

Very limited accounting and treasury functionality. In some respects, you might as well just create your own accounting system using Excel

Pros

As a user of Sage 50cloud Accounting, where I capture and process accounting information of behalf of my client's business, I do appreciate that there are built in compliance controls that ensure common human errors are prevented. In addition, this software does allow for some customization, such as adding logo or unique design to the invoices.

Cons

I do not have any complaints of Sage 50cloud Accounting as an accounting software.

Pros

It's easy to understand and drill down to a transactional level. I'd say it's still built for people who have an understanding of accountancy rather then being built for day to day business user.

Cons

Has stood still for a period in time but seeing more improvements with each update and new features.

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Reasons for Switching to Sage 50cloud Accounting

Pros

Pros: user friendly interface, comprahensive financial reporting, bank reconsiliation made easy, intergartion capability, reliable customer service.

Cons

Cons: learning curve- there was learning curve for our team to fully grasp all the featureas and functionalities offered by the Sage 50cloud Accounting.